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R538 TYC

1998 Harley Davidson Flsts

Red Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

95,750 mi
Last recorded95,750 miles
Recorded on6 May 2015
Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson Flsts16,480 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR538 TYC
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFlsts
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2015 95,750 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 30 Apr 2015 95,750 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 90,790 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013
Fail 25 Apr 2013

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2012 82,905 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 50,107 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 88,169 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 12,697 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 22 Mar 2007

Play in gear change pivot bushing

Pass 15 Mar 2006 71,033 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Flsts?

Based on 3,549 MOT tests across 372 vehicles.

90.8%
Pass Rate
473
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
372
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format 12
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 10
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 7
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R538 TYC is a 1998 Harley Davidson Flsts in Red with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Harley Davidson Flsts models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 16,480 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson Flsts fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R538 TYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Flsts typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Harley Davidson Flsts is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R538 TYC registered?

R538 TYC is a 1998 Harley Davidson Flsts, first registered on 16 March 1998.

Is R538 TYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R538 TYC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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